Codaray Construction was founded in 2017 with the purpose of building trust, building people, and building peace of mind for the construction process. These principles have allowed Codaray Construction to flourish, and the company has expanded its footprint at an astounding pace throughout Mississippi and into surrounding areas.

Codaray Construction is a division of Jones Capital, which was established in 1949. Codaray provides general construction, pre-construction, design-build, and construction management services. We are committed to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Our Core Values are integrity, passion, unity, sustainability, and humility. We are the cornerstone to every project.

JOB OVERVIEW

Codaray Construction is seeking an experienced Business Development Director in Ridgeland, MS.

The Business Development Director’s primary responsibility is to lead and direct the business development efforts of Codaray Construction. This role ensures that Codaray is strategically positioned to be awarded new commercial building work, presenting a positive company image in the community, and bringing in opportunities that align with growth goals.

The Business Development Director will manage relationships with both existing clients and new prospects to secure work, delivering exceptional quality, good communication, and timeliness, ensuring clients have a positive experience with Codaray Construction.

The Business Development Director is also responsible for identifying and researching potential clients, coordinating with marketing teams to develop proposals, negotiating contract terms with clients, and communicating with stakeholders, monitoring project teams ensuring contracts are executed as agreed.

Additional responsibilities include participating in continuing education programs, professional/industry/community organizations, and attending appropriate seminars and conferences.

The Business Development Director performs all essential functions and responsibilities in conjunction with the company’s values and beliefs and in alignment with Codaray’s policies so that the client’s full satisfaction and Codaray’s expected levels of safety, quality and profitability are obtained.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Must exhibit Codaray Construction’s Core Values (Integrity, Passion, Unity, Sustainability, Humility)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Efficiency in Microsoft Office and other construction software utilized by Codaray
• Self-motivated and ability to adapt to assigned tasks
• Writing expertise
• Business Development Techniques
• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle interruptions

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree required (Engineering, Design, Construction Management, or related field preferred).
• Ten (10) years sales experience in A/E/C or a related industry with a successful track record required.
• In-depth business background with a reasonable working knowledge of the technical aspects of commercial general contracting.

Key Competencies

• Innovative mindset and constantly seeking ways to improve operations
• Ability to prioritize and be self-motivated
• Confident, yet humble, with ability to listen
• Flexible, adaptable to change, and willing to help

BENEFITS

• Health Benefits: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Vacation and Sick time Off (All-Purpose Leave)
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Life & Disability Insurance (company paid)
• Well-being and Employee Assistance Programs
• Company Vehicle Reimbursement